Shoitsu Omatsu was removed from last night's game in the 4th inning, on defense, with stiffness in his left hamstring. Omatsu has apparently been complaining of tightness in his left hamstring for a while now. The team will decide what steps to take next after they see how he's feeling today.

Nippon Ham Fighters

Yuki Saito's workouts yesterday included trunk strengthening exercises and running. He is scheduled to return to Hokkaido on the 27th for his start against Lotte on the 29th.